Publications by authors named "Rohidas P Chavan"
Abstract: Adolescence is a period of enormous physical and psychological change for young girls. Many adolescents with menstrual disturbances never present to their family doctor or gynecologist. Embarrassment about discussing menstruation, fear of disease, and ignorance about services available may lead to delayed presentation or consultation with doctor.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAnalysis of near-miss and maternal mortality at tertiary referral centre of rural India.
J Obstet Gynaecol India
October 2016
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to analyze the incidence of near-miss maternal cases, maternal deaths, and related health quality indicators in a medical facility in Yavatmal, India, focusing on WHO-defined criteria.
- Among 29,754 emergency obstetric admissions, researchers identified 161 near-miss cases and 66 maternal deaths; the near-miss incidence ratio was 7.56 per 1,000 live births, while maternal mortality was at 2.99 per 1,000 live births.
- The major causes of near-miss cases included hemorrhage and anemia, while the leading causes of maternal mortality were PIH and sepsis; these preventable issues highlight ongoing challenges in maternal healthcare